ORJ Solicitors and Damar welcome legal apprentices

Stafford-based solicitors, ORJ have recruited seven apprentices from Damar so far, four of whom are now progressing to the CILEx-accredited advanced apprenticeship in legal services.

Following the success of their apprenticeship programme so far, ORJ are now growing the team by recruiting a further four apprentice legal assistants in partnership with Damar.

Sophie Hill, Sara Leslie, Molly Johnston and Lili Mai Rushton are the four apprentices now embarking on the advanced apprenticeship in legal services. This will help them develop legal knowledge and skills in their specialist areas of practice.

Sara, 19, said:

“I saw this apprenticeship as a chance to get my foot in the door. I have always had an interest in law, and in addition to a qualification, I am gaining invaluable knowledge from ORJ, making it a great alternative to university”.

Sophie, also 19, whose ambition is to become a team leader in the conveyancing department, said:

“ORJ has provided us with a fantastic opportunity to work and learn at the same time.”

All four recruits want to continue their legal training, with Sara and Molly aiming to become Chartered Legal Executives and Lili-Mai a conveyancing fee earner.

Patrick Tedstone, managing partner at ORJ, commented:

“We are delighted with the new additions to our team. These young women have huge potential and we are already seeing them come on in leaps and bounds. Apprenticeships are a brilliant way for young people to gain qualifications and learn key skills in a professional environment, and we are exceptionally pleased to offer these opportunities to such deserving candidates”.

Damar works with employers across the legal and justice sectors, including firms of solicitors, in-house legal teams, barristers’ chambers and not-for-profit legal advice agencies.

Although most apprentices work in legal administrative, paralegal and fee-earner support roles, apprenticeships are also available for a range of support functions, including staff working in accounts, reception and post room roles. Existing as well as new staff can become apprentices.

If you would like to have a chat about our services and how best to use them, please do not hesitate to get in touch. You can reach our managing director, Jonathan Bourne, on 07768 056712 or by email at jonathan.bourne@damartraining.com.

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